How to Map a SharePoint Site to File Explorer
- George Apostolov
How to Map a SharePoint Site to File Explorer: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of File Explorer, head over to the left-side panel and click 'This PC'.
Go to the top navigation bar afterwards and tap the 'More Options' button.
Select 'Map Network Drive' from the list of options.
Following that, click the 'Folder' menu and then paste the link of SharePoint site you wish to map.
Once done, tap 'Finish' to apply the changes and finally map your SharePoint site to File Explorer.
Quick answer: To map your SharePoint site using File Explorer, click This PC in the left-side panel, tap More Options in the top navigation bar, and select Map Network Drive. Next, paste your SharePoint link into the Folder menu and click Finish to apply the changes.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Connect your SharePoint site to File Explorer by mapping a network drive. Paste the site link and finish setup quickly. This guide shows how to map a SharePoint Site to File Explorer in 5 steps, starting with "Inside the main dashboard of File Explorer, head over to the left-side panel and click..." and finishing with "Once done, tap 'Finish' to apply the changes and finally map your SharePoint site to Fi...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to map a SharePoint Site to File Explorer?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Move Files From One SharePoint Site to Another, How to Move Files in SharePoint and How to Publish Power BI to SharePoint. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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